AI-Driven Robotics Engineer – Perception & Navigation

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Health & retirement benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Robotics Engineer specialized in AI integration to join a cutting-edge R&D team in Upington. You will advance autonomous robots by developing AI-powered perception, decision-making, and control capabilities.

Responsibilities include designing AI algorithms, controlling navigation, and collaborating across mechanical, electrical, and AI research teams to deliver reliable, next‑generation robotic solutions.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Proven robotics development experience with software design and implementation.
• Strong AI/ML knowledge applicable to robotics (SLAM, motion planning, reinforcement learning).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate AI algorithms into robotic systems.
• Develop software for robot control, path planning, and navigation.
• Work with robotics hardware, sensors, and simulation environments.
• Collaborate with AI researchers and engineers to meet system goals.
• Test, debug, and optimize robotic systems for performance and reliability.
• Contribute to R&D of novel robotic applications.

Skills

Robotics development

C++

Python

AI/ML concepts

SLAM

Motion planning

Sensor integration

Team collaboration

Education

Master's or PhD in Robotics/CS/EE

Tools

ROS

LiDAR

Cameras

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Robotics Engineer specialized in AI integration to join a cutting-edge R&D team in Upington. You will advance autonomous robots by developing AI-powered perception, decision-making, and control capabilities.

Responsibilities include designing AI algorithms, controlling navigation, and collaborating across mechanical, electrical, and AI research teams to deliver reliable, next‑generation robotic solutions.